"Miss Granny," a South Korean film that topped the local box office early this year, will be made into a new movie tailored for the vast Chinese market, the film's copyright holder said Tuesday.CJ E&M said the filming for the Chinese adaptation of the comedy will begin next month for release in the Chinese market.The new film, titled "20th Year, Once Again," will be co-produced by CJ E&M and a Chinese studio and directed by rising Chinese filmmaker Leste Chen, who is best known for "The Heirloom

May 27, 2014

Young K-pop vocal duo 15&, consisting of “K-pop Star” season 1 winners Park Ji-min and Baek Ye-rin, has finally released its first full studio album, titled “Sugar.” The 10-track album was released Monday and came nearly two years after 15& debuted. The album features the title track was written by DEEZ and Andrew Choi, the people behind the duo’s debut single “I Dream” and second single “Somebody.” While past “K-pop Star” contestants Lee Hi and Akdong Musician made a huge splash on the K-pop ch

May 27, 2014

The five-member K-pop idol group 4minute recently wrapped up its first solo showcase in Stockholm, Sweden, on Sunday and became the first K-pop girl group ever to hold a solo concert in the country.“4Minute Fan Bash in Stockholm 2014” was a small-scale showcase held at the Debaser Medis in the country’s capital and attracted around 1,000 fans from across Europe, including Norway, Finland, France, Germany and Italy. Two days before becoming the first female K-pop group ever to host a solo show in

May 27, 2014

Officials at Cube Entertainment announced on Tuesday that popular boy band BEAST’s new EP will drop on June 16. According to a press release from Cube, the soon-to-be-released sixth EP will feature seven singles and mark BEAST’s first release since it unveiled its second studio album, “Hard to Love, How to Love,” last July. The album featured the group’s popular hit singles “Will You Be Alright?” and “Shadow” and topped the local music charts. In the past year, the members of BEAST have continue

May 27, 2014

Kim Soo-hyun won the best new actor award in the film segment of the 50th LF Baeksang Arts Awards at the Grand Peace Hall of Kyung Hee University in northeast Seoul on Tuesday.  Actor Kim Soo-hyun (JTBC)Kim was nominated for his performance in “Secretly, Greatly (2013),” beating out Kim Woo-bin, Yeo Jin-goo, Lee Joon of MBLAQ and Yim Si-wan of ZE:A, who starred in “Friend: The Great Legend (2013),” “Hwayi: A Monster Boy (2013),” “Rough Play (2013)” and “The Attorney (2013),” respectively.The ann

May 27, 2014

(Instagram)Hip-hop artist G-Dragon revealed a photo that he took with an internationally renowned musician Pharrell Williams, saying in the caption: “I am pleased to finally meet you.”In the photo disclosed Tuesday, G-Dragon raises a champagne glass alongside the world star while making a V sign with his hand.“Pharrell Williams is my only idol star. He is the one who I want to work with most,” he said in an earlier interview with Hollywood magazine.  　By Ock Hyun-ju, Intern reporter (laeticia.oc

May 27, 2014

(OSEN)Actor Kim Soo-hyun made an appearance at the 50th LF Baeksang Arts Awards held in the Grand Peace Hall of Kyung Hee University in northeast Seoul on Tuesday.  (OSEN)The Korean heartthrob showed up in a black single-buttoned suit with a white shirt, sticking to a simple black-and-white code of fashion.  (OSEN)The annual awards ceremony has been hosted by IS PLUS Corp., publisher of Ilgan Sports, since 1965. The award ceremony recognizes outstanding achievements in Korean film, television, t

May 27, 2014

(SM Entertainment)Asian fans have their eyes on K-pop sensation EXO’s next steps after the idol group successfully wrapped up its first solo concert series from May 23-25 in Seoul. The EXO members will continue both their group and individual activities at home and abroad to expand their fan base that has been limited to teenage girls.D.O. plans to make a debut as an actor by playing a supporting role in the drama “It’s Okay, That‘s Love,” slated to be aired from July. The drama, written by one

May 27, 2014

 South Korean sweetheart Suzy of Miss A joined the crowd to cheer on Korean pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin of the LA Dodgers.Ryu was tapped as the starting pitcher for a Major League Baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in California. The lefty managed to hold off the Reds for seven hitless innings until he allowed three hits early in the eighth. “Ryu’s sacrifice bunt was really great and he pitched so well. Although he missed a perfect game I still think it was flawless. I had so m

May 27, 2014

(OSEN)K-pop idol group TVXQ garnered as many as 220,000 fans at the concert “Tree: Live Tour 2014” held in Tokyo, Japan, from May 21-24, according to the Japanese music website Oricon Style.The sought-after duo also unveiled their new song “Sweat” to be released next month during the concert. TVXQ embarked on a concert tour on April 22 in Yokohama to visit 10 cities in Japan including Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya for 29 performances.　By Ock Hyun-ju (laeticia.ock@heraldcorp.com)

May 27, 2014

Korean celebrities Kim Jae-joong and Lim Si-wan have appeared with contrasting fashion styles on the TV drama “Triangle.”Kim Jae-joong, who plays the role of Heo Young-dal, the good-for-nothing guy, appears in comfortable T-shirts and jumpers. To highlight his masculine character, he often wears shirts with large printed patterns. But Lim Si-wan, playing Yun Yang-ha, wears expensive suits and ties to emphasize his gentlemanly character. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com) (Pho

May 27, 2014

A severe invasion of privacy led to the breakup of actor Chun Jung-myung and his girlfriend, celebrity news outlet TV Report said on Tuesday. Chun, 34, was heartbroken to see his noncelebrity girlfriend come under the spotlight after a picture of the couple was made public on May 21, according to the report. The woman is 22, 12 years younger than the top drama actor.Actor Chun Jung-myung (bnt International, Red Line Entertainment)“(She) split with Chun shortly after their relationship was reveal

May 27, 2014

Actress Kim Sarang and world-famous flamenco superstar Rafael Amargo posed together for Gentleman magazine. Kim and Amargo both expressed passion and the “flamenco spirit” in the shoot. Kim showed off her glamorous body in various deep-cut dresses. The whole collection can be seen in the upcoming June edition of Gentleman. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: Gentleman)

May 27, 2014

Actress Kim So-eun shows off innocent urban looks in magazine URBANLIKE.  (URBANLIKE)Her light makeup and simple-colored wardrobes create an air of innocence. (URBANLIKE)More of Kim’s photos and a full interview are available in the magazine’s June issue.  (URBANLIKE)Meanwhile, her upcoming horror movie, ”The Girl’s Grave,“ will be released in the summer. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

May 27, 2014

The Korean and Chinese fan clubs of Lee Jong-suk on Tuesday had a premium catering service visit the filming site of “Doctor Stranger,” an SBS drama starring the Korean actor. Actor Lee Jong-suk enjoys the catering treat from his fans. (SBS)The catering meal, with snacks and souvenirs on the sidelines, was offered by the heartthrob’s Korean fan club “With J.S” and the Chinese fan clubs “Jong-suk Baragi” and “Lee Jong-suk Ba,” SBS stated. The outdoor buffet, including sumptuous items such as roas

May 27, 2014

Tao (left) and Lee Soo-man (Instagram)Tao, a member of K-pop idol group EXO-M, disclosed a photo taken with Lee Soo-man, the chairman of his agency, SM Entertainment, dispelling speculation that the relations between the group and the agency are at a low ebb. In the photo unveiled on his Instagram on Monday, the two are drinking champagne at the after-party following the EXO’s first solo concert held from May 23-25 in Seoul. “Love you boss. Thank you for having raised EXO. Love you,” Tao wrote i

May 27, 2014

EXO-K and other hallyu idol groups will take part in a TV program to root for the national soccer team in the World Cup that will open next month in Brazil, broadcaster MBC said Tuesday.  (Yonhap)MBC is planning to air live the “2014 World Cup Support Show: Let’s Go to Brazil” on Wednesday to cheer on the Korean soccer team for the last warm-up match. Along with EXO-K, K-pop celebrities including Crayon Pop, Girl’s Day, APink, Ailee and Lena Park, will also join the show to cheer the team on wit

May 27, 2014

 Actress Son Ye-jin has taken on a new, modern look for magazine Traveller.  (Traveller)The photo shoots, taken in Istanbul, Turkey, highlight Son’s chic elegance, the magazine said. More photos and a full interview are available in Traveller’s June issue. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

May 27, 2014

Figure skating icon Kim Yu-na posed as a model for Vogue Korea. She managed to look fascinating in all the dresses she wore, and posed like an elegant ballerina. Kim, who recently retired, told Vogue that she was worried, but also looking forward to her life ahead. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Vogue Korea)

May 27, 2014